Month: November 2017

At this time of year present buying is constantly on my wife’s lips and the poor old moths have no peace inside my wallet. This is also the time of year I think about Royal Doulton figures. They have never

The best tinplate toys combine fine detailing, period styling and renowned makers and it was in the early 19th century that they began to exceed the popularity and manufacture of their wooden counterparts. They are amongst the earliest mass produced

Within the field of glass collecting, drinking glasses have always commanded the greatest interest from enthusiasts. Now there is absolutely nothing wrong with that, but as a lover, or should I say worshipper, of the pudding or sweet, or dessert

Papier-mâché furniture became popular in the Victorian period of the 19th century. The decoration is japanned or varnished onto a mostly black background. Papier-mâché furniture was produced by a number of makers but they largely remained anonymous. However, Jennens and